Free Tickets for Furloughed Federal Employees

The Met is offering federal employees affected by the ongoing government shutdown free tickets for all performances from January 19 through January 31, 2019 (excluding the January 26 matinee). Those eligible can reserve a pair of tickets per person per performance, subject to availability, on the day of each show up to 30 minutes prior to start time by telephone (212-362-6000) or in person at the Met box office. A valid government ID must be presented when collecting tickets. Quantities are limited.